Children’s Physical Map of Asia (Colour-Blind Inclusive)

804 × 668 mm • Scale 1:12,000,000 • Paper / Laminated / Laminated + Hang Rails / Canvas / Canvas + Hang Rails • Published 2019 • Made in Australia

Help every learner “see” Asia. Purpose-built with a colour-blind–friendly palette, this richly illustrated wall map shows major landforms (mountain ranges, deserts, plains, rivers) and seabed relief (trenches, ridges, shelves). A clean legend and a kid-friendly facts box make it perfect for classrooms, libraries, and home learning spaces.

🌏 What’s on the Map

• Accessible colour design: Optimised contrasts for common colour-vision deficiencies (Deuteranopia, Protanopia, Tritanopia).

• Physical land & ocean relief: Ranges, highlands/lowlands, river systems, lakes, seas, continental shelves & deep-ocean trenches.

• Clear labelling: Large, legible type; neat linework; uncluttered legend for independent use.

• Orientation helpers: Simple scale bar, directional arrow, and latitude/longitude cues for early map-skills.

🎒 Learning Outcomes (Ages ~6–12)

• Identify major Asian landforms and water bodies.

• Compare elevation vs. depth using colours and shading.

• Build vocabulary: plateau, delta, basin, trench, peninsula, isthmus.

• Relate physical geography to climate & habitats (discussion prompts included in the facts box).

🏫 Teacher & Parent Ideas

• Find & Trace: Have learners trace a river from source to sea and name countries it crosses.

• Mountain Match: Locate and compare Himalayan vs. Anatolian highlands—Which are higher? Why?

• Coastline Count: Spot gulfs, bays, and peninsulas; discuss trade and settlements.

• Ocean Inquiry: Use the seabed layer to introduce plate boundaries and earthquakes/tsunamis.

Tip: Pair with a political map of Asia for an easy physical-vs-political comparison exercise.

🎨 Finishes & Display Options

• 📄 Paper (FSC® 160 gsm Matte-Coated)
  Smooth, low-glare stock—ideal for framing under glass. Printed with archival Hewlett-Packard pigment inks for excellent fade resistance.

• 💧 Laminated (True Encapsulation)
  Printed on 120 gsm, sealed in 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate (edge-sealed).
  Wipe-clean • Tear-resistant • Classroom-tough — annotate with whiteboard markers and use map dots.

• 🪵 Laminated + Timber Hang Rails (Ready to Hang)
  Natural lacquered timber rails (top & bottom) with a top hanging cord—a clean, frame-free display.
  ⏱️ Made to order — please allow up to 10 working days for rail fitting.

• 🖼️ Canvas (HP 395 gsm Professional Matte)
  Gallery-grade canvas + archival HP pigment inks for rich detail, low glare, and long-term fade resistance.

• 🪵 Canvas + Timber Hang Rails
  Premium canvas finished with natural timber rails + top hanging cord—ready to hang.
  ⏱️ Made to order — please allow up to 10 working days for rail fitting.

Use dry-erase markers on laminated versions only.

📐 Specifications

🧩 Who It’s For

Classrooms • Learning support rooms • Homeschoolers • Libraries • Museums & discovery centres • Tutoring spaces

📦 Shipping & Presentation

• Rolled and shipped in a sturdy tube (paper/laminated).

• Hang-railed canvas/laminated maps are professionally finished before dispatch (lead time above).

• Gift-ready presentation available on request (no prices on paperwork).

🛠️ Mounting & Care

• Paper: Frame under glass or mount on foam board for durability.

• Laminated: Use non-permanent whiteboard markers; wipe with a dry microfiber cloth (lightly damp if needed).

• Canvas: Dust gently; avoid liquids and prolonged direct sunlight.

🤝 Our Commitment

• Local craftsmanship: Designed, printed, and finished in Australia.

• Better materials: FSC® papers, heavy-duty canvas, and archival HP pigment inks for long-lasting colour.

• Inclusive by design: Palette and contrast tuned for colour-vision accessibility so more learners can engage.

• Checked & protected: Every map is hand-inspected and securely packed to arrive clean and display-ready.

Make physical geography click—for every learner. Choose your finish and bring Asia’s land and ocean story to your wall today.